in our time together, let’s pause, be present, and connect to all that arises, and invite your natural intelligence to unfold the path to healing.

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a warm welcome,

I am Dr. Kyrie Sankaran, and I am glad you’re here.

With over 25 years of experience in the field of psychology, I now focus primarily on providing depth-oriented psychotherapy for adults. My training is rooted in psychodynamic and emotional-focused therapies, with certification in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) through the IEDTA. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and feelings of low self-worth — helping them move toward clarity, connection, and emotional freedom.

Earlier in my career, I specialized in early childhood mental health, offering clinical services, consultation, and training for parents, professionals, and therapists. While this background continues to inform my work, my practice is now centered on supporting adults through individual therapy.

Occasionally, I offer individualized reflective sessions — either in Ojai or online — for fellow therapists and helping professionals seeking a quiet space for renewal, insight, and grounding. You are welcome to reach out if this offering speaks to you.

To learn more or schedule a consultation, I invite you to get in touch.

my services

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the process

Please fill out the Contact Me form with your information, and I’ll reach out to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation. During the call, we’ll explore whether we’re a good fit for the service(s) you are interested in, and I’ll answer any questions you may have.

I currently have a few openings for new adult clients. If you feel drawn to this work, I warmly invite you to reach out for a consultation.

how to get started

If, after the 20-minute free consultation, you decide to move forward:

1) We’ll schedule a day and time that works for both of us.

2) You’ll receive an email with a link to your secure client portal, where you can complete consent forms, waivers, a brief questionnaire, and to enter your payment information before our first session.

3) If the meeting is online, I’ll send you a Zoom the day before your appointment, which you can use to join at the scheduled time. 

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